Extension, MAFES host Seed Technology Short Course

MSU professorship focuses on beef cattle production in the Southeast

Monday, May 7, 2018

A new Mississippi State University professorship will focus on advancing beef cattle production in the state and the Southeast. Brandi Karisch, an associate extension and research professor in the Department of Animal and Dairy Sciences, is the inaugural Milton Sundbeck Endowed Professor in Southeastern Cattle Management.

Nearly two dozen Mississippi State faculty, staff and students were honored recently with major awards in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

MSU study finds nature's call unlocks giant panda conservation clues

Wednesday, April 18, 2018

Giant pandas have long dominated the headlines due to their conservation appeal and challenges in breeding naturally in captivity. The fluffy, cuddly-looking bears are listed as "vulnerable" by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. MSU researchers are trying to find ways to increase their overall success in breeding.

Mississippi State celebrates research success with annual banquet

MSU wants to hear from Gulf Coast beachgoers

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Mississippi State researchers are asking for the public's help in evaluating an expanded coastal monitoring system that provides beachgoers with information needed to ensure their planned outings truly are "a day at the beach."

MSU schedules forage field day

MSU representatives hear client needs, concerns

Wednesday, March 7, 2018

Mississippi State University representatives met with agricultural clients in Ellisville recently to discuss research and education needs for 2018. More than 115 individuals attended this year's event.

Growers discuss needs for research, education

Friday, February 16, 2018

Producers provided a wide range of agricultural research, programming and staffing requests to Mississippi State University officials at the annual North Mississippi Producer Advisory Council meeting Feb. 15.

MSU scientist honored by FFAR for early-career innovation

MSU's Hopper honored with national leadership excellence award

Monday, November 27, 2017

The Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station director and College of Agriculture and Life Sciences dean at Mississippi State University is receiving a national award for leadership excellence.

McCurdy of MSU honored for early-career achievements

Our People: Eric Goan

Monday, September 18, 2017

As manager of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station's Custer Dairy Processing Plant, Eric Goan oversees the production of more than 100,000 balls, wheels and blocks of cheese annually.

MSU study to optimize oyster resources in the state

Thursday, September 7, 2017

Steamed, shucked or fried, Americans have an obsession with oysters. Over 75 percent of these delectable mollusks come from the U.S. Gulf States. Mississippi oysters, however, are not ending up on as many tables as they could. MSU researchers hope to develop a tool that helps Mississippi’s oyster industry haul in a heftier harvest.

ArkLaMiss Emergency Forum on Redbanded Stink Bug

Saturday, August 12, 2017

There have been numerous questions around the potential damage severity of Redbanded stink bug in soybean in Arkansas and Mississippi. We have had well over 150 calls this week alone on insecticide efficacy, thresholds, and insecticide termination. With any new pest that has such high damage potential and changes traditional management considerations, naturally, there are lots of questions being asked from areas of Mississippi and Arkansas where this pest has not commonly occurred.

MSU researchers continue to study, monitor 'crazy ants'

Major MSU ag units announce annual achievement honorees

Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Nearly two dozen Mississippi State faculty, staff and students are 2017 selections for major awards in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station.

MAFES researchers at MSU work to extend blueberry season

Thursday, April 6, 2017

In-season blueberries are a fleeting summer treat. But with the help of high tunnels—structures that shelter plants from the elements—a Mississippi State University researcher hopes to make Mississippi-grown blueberries available for longer periods of time.

Genomic testing can improve state dairy herds

Producers share priorities with MSU scientists, agents

Friday, February 24, 2017

Agricultural producers and industry professionals in central Mississippi met with agents and research scientists of the Mississippi State University Extension Service and Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station Feb. 22 to share input and give feedback.

Federico Hoffmann & Florencia Meyer

Monday, November 7, 2016

One might think Uruguay is a world away from Mississippi State. While in many ways Montevideo, Uruguay, 5,000 miles to the south, is vastly different from Starkville, Federico Hoffmann said the local community reminds him a little of home.

Annual MSU horse auction takes bids starting Nov. 14

MSU sorghum research focuses on aphid control

Friday, October 21, 2016

Fewer Mississippi producers are looking at grain sorghum as a crop rotation option since an introduced pest became a major problem, a trend Mississippi State University researchers are working to reverse.

Our People: Chase King and Shane Carver

Cochran Fellows enjoy research visit to Mississippi State

Friday, August 12, 2016

Scientists from Senegal and Mali recently visited Mississippi State University as Cochran Fellows. During the fellowship, these agricultural professionals gained firsthand skills and knowledge related to climate smart agriculture, agricultural trade, agribusiness development, management, policy and marketing. The program, named after U.S. Senator Thad Cochran (R-Miss.), is funded by the USDA Foreign Agricultural Service. The project is hosted through MSU's International Institute.

MSU launches online seed research data file, updated training

MSU catfish vaccine report gets national spotlight

Friday, July 29, 2016

Mississippi State researchers with the Thad Cochran National Warmwater Aquaculture Center at MSU's Delta Research and Extension Center in Stoneville are receiving a major honor from the American Fisheries Society.

Our People: Raja Reddy

Monday, July 25, 2016

K. Raja Reddy's goals are lofty: to find new ways to help feed the world. As a research scientist in the university's Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, he is working on achieving that goal by determining how global climate change impacts the biology of crops.

New rice variety serves niche for Mississippi rice growers

MSU spearheads effort to protect local watershed

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

More than 20 campus units and 30 faculty and staff members at Mississippi State University are teaming up with state and federal agencies and local stakeholders to restore the water quality of a creek that flows through campus and is the focal point of the Catalpa Creek watershed.

The National Association of Landscape Professionals Academic Excellence Foundation has named a Mississippi State landscape architecture associate professor as the 2016 Outstanding Educator of the Year.

MSU answers need for seed technology

Agricultural producers pitch research requests

Monday, February 22, 2016

More than 230 commodity producers in northeast Mississippi shared their research and outreach needs with Mississippi State University specialists, researchers and administrators during the annual Producer Advisory Council meeting Feb. 18

Health and wellness expert to lead MSU department

Thursday, October 1, 2015

The executive vice president and provost of the University of Western States in Portland, Oregon, has been named head of the Mississippi State University Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion.

Home gardening fest set for Oct. 16 and 17

Thursday, October 1, 2015

The Southeast's most popular home gardening event will open to home gardeners and horticultural professionals Oct. 16 and 17 at the Mississippi State University Truck Crops Branch Experiment Station in Crystal Springs.

MSU researcher Varco named Triplett Chair holder

Invasive Asian carp pose double threat

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Many Mississippians are aware of the damage wild hogs do to the land in the region, but they may not know the Mississippi River and surrounding waters are facing a serious threat from another invasive species—the Asian carp.

Recent upgrades to the Custer Dairy Processing Plant at Mississippi State University are helping ensure the next generation of Bulldogs can enjoy the same quality which MSU cheese connoisseurs have come to appreciate and expect.

MSU sesame test plots back growing interest

Friday, January 23, 2015

Mississippi farmers interested in growing sesame have to rely mainly on recommendations made for Texas fields, a problem Mississippi State University researchers in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station are working to address.

In honoring veterans, MSU rose garden also serves campus, community

Monday, November 10, 2014

National Veterans Day will be celebrated Tuesday [Nov. 11] but one location at Mississippi State serves as a permanent, year-round outdoor tribute to former U.S. service members, including the more than 220,000 in the Magnolia State.

MSU's foundation seed serves suppliers, growers

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Mississippi State University’s foundation seed program, a unit of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, has provided seed to Mississippi seed distributors and growers for 55 years.

Pivot irrigation, not furrows, is most economical for Delta

Horticulture field day set for early October

Friday, September 5, 2014

Horticulture enthusiasts and industry professionals can hear research updates and tour demonstration gardens at the Mississippi State University South Mississippi Branch Experiment Station in Poplarville on Oct. 2.

Early signs point to good rice harvest

Friday, September 5, 2014

Although most Mississippi rice growers battled frequent spring rains that delayed planting, hampered fertilization and challenged insect and disease management, early signs point toward a good harvest.

Food safety covered at July 18 field day

Friday, July 11, 2014

Fruit and vegetable growers who sell their produce at local farmers markets and to schools or retailers can learn about food safety training, certification programs and new government rules during a July 18 field day in Goodman.

MSU field day highlighted current row crop concerns

Friday, June 20, 2014

Mississippi State University personnel gathered Tuesday to address weed, insect, disease and plant development concerns related to the challenge of another growing season pushed off schedule by a late, wet spring.

MSU researchers to test pest control methods

Monday, June 9, 2014

Researchers at the Mississippi State University Delta Research and Extension Center believe a new research project can help farmers reduce their number of pesticide applications without reducing peanut yield.

State's largest research station hosts field day

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Researchers will provide farmers and consultants with insight into crop studies and listen to ideas for future projects during the June 17 field day at the Mississippi State University Delta Research and Extension Center.

MSU grad student offers, receives ag policy insight

MSU professor makes international connections

Monday, June 2, 2014

When Raja Reddy came to Mississippi State University from India 25 years ago, he saw opportunities for his family and for his research. As an agricultural scientist, he understands the concept of reaping what he sows.

MSU food technologist named an international fellow

MSU research associate finds her field in rice

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

Jennifer Corbin is one of a kind. A Mississippi State University research associate at the Delta Research and Extension Center, Corbin is the only female rice researcher at the Stoneville center and the most senior on her project.

Good weather starts peanut crop off strong

MSU scientists change rice stink bug advice

Friday, May 23, 2014

Mississippi rice producers may need to intensify their treatment of the most important late-season pest in rice based on new recommendations from researchers at the Delta Research and Extension Center.

Time, organic matter can aid compacted soil

Panda restoration efforts look at digestive systems

Monday, May 19, 2014

Mississippi State University researchers were part of the team that learned that giant and red pandas have different digestive microbes, a finding with important implications for conservation efforts and captive animal rearing.

State soybean value grew $1B since 2006

MSU personnel awarded for outstanding research, service

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

The Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station recently honored several members of the Mississippi State University faculty, staff and student body for outstanding research, service and facility maintenance.

MSU experts hear growers’ education, research needs

Friday, February 28, 2014

A group of about 120 coastal-area agriculture producers met Feb. 25 in Biloxi for the Coastal Research and Extension Center’s Producer Advisory Council to help Mississippi State University experts understand growers' needs.

Ag producers receive reports, make requests

Friday, February 28, 2014

More than 300 north Mississippi agricultural producers met with Mississippi State University representatives to hear research results and recommendations and to express what they need from the university in the coming year.

MSU food scientist made an international fellow

Monday, February 24, 2014

Mississippi State University food scientist Sam Chang has been elected a fellow of the International Academy of Food Science and Technology and will represent MSU in this field's largest academy in the world.

MSU researchers find rice seed treatments work

Friday, December 13, 2013

After testing scores of samples taken from rice fields across the state, Mississippi State University scientists found that seed treatments are effective in managing the crop’s most troublesome insect pests.

Sweet potato conference wins a national award

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

A sweet potato production conference organized by Mississippi State University faculty and collaborators in other states won a national award on Nov. 10 for excellence in promoting multistate research.

MSU horses for sale in first online auction

MSU experts contribute to Ask This Old House segment

Monday, October 14, 2013

Biloxi homeowner Jesse Aguilar got a little help installing a high tunnel in his backyard from two Mississippi State University horticulture scientists and the traveling home improvement show "Ask This Old House."

Vilsack praises MSU's agricultural research contributions

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Mississippi State University officials toured U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack around campus Wednesday in a rare opportunity to brief a sitting Cabinet member on significant federally funded research projects.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture makes mid-week visit to MSU

Monday, September 23, 2013

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. "Tom" Vilsack will be at Mississippi State Wednesday [Sept. 25] for a tour of campus and briefings on major research projects funded by the Department of Agriculture.

Sept. field day covers fall crops, legal issues

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Fruit, vegetable and flower growers can learn about growing fall crops and a new legal services program during a Sept. 20 field day at the Alliance for Sustainable Agricultural Production Demonstration Farm in Goodman.

MSU ranks in the top 10 for ag sciences research

Friday, August 30, 2013

Mississippi State University's commitment to its land-grant mission and to the state's $7.5 billion agriculture and forestry industry resulted in a top spot in a recently released National Science Foundation report.

MSU professors work with parents for healthy families

MSU salamander work has conservation impact

Friday, August 2, 2013

A tough bunch of salamanders found a home in a brand-new lab at Mississippi State University, where they are helping researchers learn how to keep populations of these amphibians from declining worldwide.

Mars Food supports rice research with gift

Friday, August 2, 2013

Farmers and consultants came to the 2013 Rice Field Day to learn the latest rice growing recommendations, but they also witnessed the industry’s support of Mississippi State University's research program.

Young researchers study reproductive challenges

Friday, July 26, 2013

Their classmates may be taking the summer off, but two undergraduate students at Mississippi State University are spending long hours in a laboratory conducting studies that would challenge seasoned researchers.

MSU finds less costly approach to feeding fish

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Mississippi State University scientists looking to help catfish producers keep costs low and quality high have found catfish can thrive for the first six weeks after hatching by feeding on naturally occurring zooplankton.

Safe handling workshop set for seafood industry

Thursday, June 20, 2013

Seafood producers and processors, regulatory agents and other interested individuals can receive training on mandatory procedures for the safe production and handling of seafood during a July 8 workshop.

MSU flower gardens test new varieties, conditions

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Many frustrated gardeners have noted how plants often look their best on retail shelves, but ongoing tests at Mississippi State University helps these gardeners figure out which flowers will meet expectations.

Tour will highlight a spring soybean weed

Belzoni farm uses REACH methods

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Conservation-minded Mississippi farmers have enrolled 126,470 acres in the Research and Education to Advance Conservation and Habitat program, a Mississippi State University effort to impact land management.

Rice irrigation method saves fuel, water, money

Workshops address bee colony health

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Experts from across the United States gathered recently to share their insights with Mississippi’s growing group of commercial and hobby beekeepers at a conference held at Mississippi State University.

Peanut growers receive equipment donation

Monday, October 22, 2012

Just a few years ago, peanut production in Mississippi was mostly confined to home gardens, but this year growers planted an estimated 47,000 acres, placing the state No. 7 in the nation in peanut acreage.

October events celebrate Mississippi landscapes

Trial beach site aces Isaac's test

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Scientists at Mississippi State University have been working to find an inexpensive, attractive way to keep the sand on the 26 miles of manmade beach between Biloxi and Pass Christian, and Hurricane Isaac tested their experimental site.

MSU to hold peanut field day Aug. 29

Variety tests bring best plants to market

Thursday, August 9, 2012

When a new plant becomes an overnight sensation in gardening circles, plant lovers who wonder how a previously unknown variety can end up with star status can turn to a Mississippi State University professor for the answer.

MSU hosted crop field day on Starkville farm

MSU, science teachers develop genomic lessons

Thursday, July 19, 2012

Two middle-school science teachers returned to college this summer for lessons in functional genomics and biology that did not exist their first time around, and they educated their professor at the same time.

Delta rice researcher retires from MSU

Thursday, July 5, 2012

A long-time rice breeder is turning his rubber boots over to the next generation of researchers. Dwight Kanter, a research professor with the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station, retired on July 1. Tim Walker assumed Kanter's duties.

MSU energy crop gets attention from USDA

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Freedom giant miscanthus, developed by Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station researcher Brian Baldwin and his colleagues, was selected as the crop of choice for one of two new Biomass Crop Assistance Program projects.

Boost pollinators with bee-friendly gardens

Thursday, June 7, 2012

They help cucumbers grow straight, increase fruit yields and make the colorful fields of flowers possible—they are pollinators, and a few simple plantings can make a home garden a haven for these important creatures.

$25K grant continues cotton nematode work

New leader named for MSU center in Verona

Thursday, May 31, 2012

A veteran administrator has been selected to head the operations of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station and the Mississippi State University Extension Service in North Mississippi.

MSU's giant miscanthus used to make gasoline

Warm winter has bees buzzing early

Thursday, February 23, 2012

Warm weather in January and early February is causing honey bees to be active before they have enough food to eat, and the state’s beekeepers need to monitor colonies for starvation, a Mississippi State University expert said.

Ag leaders meet to set research goals

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Advocates for agriculture met at the North Mississippi Research and Extension Center in Verona on Feb. 16 to identify priorities for research and Extension Service education programs at Mississippi State University.

MSU research finds home on North and South Farms

MSU names Burger as new associate director

Thursday, December 8, 2011

Loren "Wes" Burger Jr. has been named associate director of the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station and the Forest and Wildlife Research Center at Mississippi State University effective Dec. 15.

MSU earns AQHA horse breeding honor

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Mississippi State University was one of 26 horse breeders from across the United States and Canada recently honored by the American Quarter Horse Association for 50 years of breeding to produce the best quarter horse traits.

Cotton yields increase with new technology

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Researchers [in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station] at Mississippi State University have developed technology that uses reflected light to analyze the presence of certain nematodes in cotton fields so producers can increase profits.

Pote named head of MSU department

New Plaques Mark MSU´s Historic Role

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Researchers and inventors often succeed with efforts others consider impossible, but one "crazy" idea in the 1930s and 1940s changed the face of agriculture and contributed to the formation of Mississippi's first Fortune 500 company.

MSU researcher finds new grasshopper species

Producers' input helps guide
MSU agricultural programs

Friday, February 25, 2011

Almost 300 producers of row crops, livestock and other agricultural products met at the North Mississippi Research and Extension Center in Verona to discuss services they need from Mississippi State University.

Research reveals value of selecting calm cattle

MSU leads in insect rearing

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Most Mississippians spend their lives swatting mosquitoes, but each fall scientists from all over the world flock to Mississippi State University to learn to raise hardy mosquitoes, flies and other insects.

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